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FINANCIAL INSTITUTION AND MARKETS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ECF433 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION AND MARKETS 5 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to provide the students with a theoretical framework about the basic principles and concepts related to financial institutions, markets and financial instruments to be used in financial analysis.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the subjects such as financial institutions, financial markets, financial instruments and Current Developments in Financial Systems and Markets.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explain the basic principles and concepts of financial institutions and markets. (2)
Explain the structure and basic organization of financial markets in the economic system. (2)
Classify the elements and functions of the financial system. (4)
Interpret the instruments of financial markets and institutions. (4)
Interpret the recent developments in financial markets. (4)
Explain the financial crises. (2)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reading Financial institutions and penetrating the market Lecture & Question Answer
2 Reading Finansal markets and risks Lecture & Question Answer
3 Reading Bond market Lecture & Question Answer & Research
4 Reading Stock-exchange market Lecture & Question Answer & Research
5 Reading Derivatives Market Lecture & Question Answer & Research
6 Reading Duties and Authorities of Capital Markets Board and Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency Lecture & Question Answer & Research
7 Reading Duties and Authorities of Istanbul Stock Exchange Lecture & Question Answer & Research
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading Collective investment institutions: investment funds and partnerships Lecture & Question Answer & Research
10 Reading Money and capital market Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
11 Reading Primary and Secondary Markets Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
12 Reading Organized and Unorganised Markets Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
13 Reading Financial intermediation and financial institutions Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
14 Reading Globalization of financial markets Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
15 Reading Financial Crisis, Financial System and Current Developments in Markets Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Sounders, A.– MarciaMillon, C. (2007). Financial Markets and Institutions, McGraw-HillCo. NewYork
Financial Markets (Capital Market Licensing Registration and Education Board), www.spk.com.tr CMB Licensing Training Documents
Journal: Journal of Financial Researches and Studies (Marmara University), Capital Markets Board Reports and Publications (www.spk.gov.tr)

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
2
Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
2
Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
3
Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
2
Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
2
Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
2
Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
2
Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 13 2 26
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 4 10 40
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 2 9 18
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 35 0 128
Total Workload of the Course Unit 128
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0